This episode is part of our 7FL (7-figure lessons) series of Beyond A Million, where we interview entrepreneurs who are skyrocketing to the top! Yes, you read that right. Jumping off a bridge can make you a better entrepreneur! In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with Rich Fettke, a man who has competed in the X Games, broken records for bungee jumping, written several books, spent decades investing in real estate, and built a self-managing business. Rich is a truly remarkable in...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 154
This episode is part of the 8FE (8-figure entrepreneur) series, where we talk to entrepreneurs who have already passed the million-dollar mark. Did you ever feel like the education system didn’t prepare you enough for real-world wealth-building? In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with Dolf de Roos, who, despite his background as an electrical engineer, realized early on that conventional education wasn’t the path to wealth. Dolf shares how he went from aspiring engineer to full-...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 153
This episode is part of the 8FE (8-figure entrepreneur) series, where we talk to entrepreneurs who have already passed the million-dollar mark. What does it take to scale from 0 to 130+ properties? In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with real estate veteran and BiggerPockets co-host Henry Washington, who has built a massive portfolio from scratch. Henry explains how he used creative financing strategies to jumpstart his investing career and breaks down his three-phase framework ...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 152
This episode is part of our 7FL (7-figure lessons) series of Beyond A Million, where we interview entrepreneurs who are skyrocketing to the top! How did a Vietnamese immigrant build a real estate empire from nothing? In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with Khang Le, better known as King Khang, a self-made real estate investor who started his journey in a mud hut in Vietnam. Through grit, discipline, and a deep understanding of wholesaling, Khang turned his life around and built ...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 151
This episode is part of the 8FE (8-figure entrepreneur) series, where we talk to entrepreneurs who have already passed the million-dollar mark. Could your way of thinking be hindering your company's growth? In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with renowned business strategist and advisor Jay Abraham to discuss how entrepreneurs can drive exponential growth. Jay introduces the concept of 3D thinking, where business owners focus on long-term yields and maximizing the value of their...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 150
This episode is part of the 8FE (8-figure entrepreneur) series, where we talk to entrepreneurs who have already passed the million-dollar mark. Are you stuck at 7 figures and wondering how to break through? In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with the entrepreneur, financial educator, author, and speaker, Garrett Gunderson. Known for his unconventional approach to personal finance and wealth management, Garrett reveals the mental and strategic changes necessary to unlock the next...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 149
This episode is part of the 8FE (8-figure entrepreneur) series, where we talk to entrepreneurs who have already passed the million-dollar mark. Want to build a real estate cash machine that never stops printing money? In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with Chris Jefferson, an 8-figure real estate entrepreneur and educator who has mastered cash flow management. Chris reveals how he’s evolved his approach to real estate wholesaling, scaling businesses, and building recurring reve...
Oct 24, 2024•45 min•Ep. 148
This episode is part of our 7FL (7-figure lessons) series of Beyond A Million, where we interview entrepreneurs who are skyrocketing to the top! Have you ever wondered what kinds of unconventional investments are lucrative? In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with Austin Zelan, who left his corporate job at Microsoft to chase freedom—and millions. He started with Forex trading but didn’t stop there. Today, Austin's investments range from fractional oil wells to private jets, and ...
Oct 17, 2024•46 min•Ep. 147
How can AI, copywriting, and live events skyrocket your business? In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with Francis Ablola, CEO and co-founder of Real Advisors, an educational company specializing in real estate investing and internet marketing training. With his expertise in AI, live events, direct marketing, and copywriting, Francis has built several 8-figure brands. Today, he shares exactly how he did it—and how you can do it too! Tune in to discover the game-changing marketing...
Oct 10, 2024•42 min•Ep. 146
What if you could tap into your full potential with as little as 6 minutes every morning? In episode 145 of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with Hal Elrod, author of the international bestseller The Miracle Morning, to discuss his revolutionary S.A.V.E.R.S. method—a simple, 6-step process designed to transform your life in as little as 6 minutes a day. Hal has already helped millions around the world change their lives with his Miracle Morning routine. Now it’s your turn. Tune in! Key Takeaways...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 145
How do you handle failure? Do you let it hold you back, or do you turn it into a stepping stone for success? In episode 144 of Beyond A Million, Brad chats with Mike Dillard, the creator of Magnetic Sponsoring and Elevation Group, about his remarkable journey—from waiting tables to building multiple 8-figure businesses. Mike shares his early struggles in network marketing, the painful $50M loss to a fraudulent partner, and the personal battles he faced with a brain injury and mold poisoning. Thr...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 144
Want to align your actions with your desired outcomes and unlock your true potential? In this episode of Beyond A Million, Brad sits down with former NFL player turned transformational business coach and keynote speaker Anthony Trucks. Anthony shares his inspiring journey, from growing up in foster care to making it in the NFL and ultimately transforming into a successful entrepreneur. His journey, though rife with setbacks, led him to the identity shift that transformed his life. Now, he’s here...
Sep 15, 2024•55 min•Ep. 143
Want to learn the strategies behind scaling a company to $65M ARR? In this episode of Beyond a Million, Brad sits down with Greg Smith, founder and CEO of Thinkific, a platform used by over 77,000 entrepreneurs to build and sell courses online. Greg shares his journey from lawyer to entrepreneur, revealing how he grew Thinkific from a small course platform to a major player in the digital product space. They dive into the challenges of scaling, the pressures of being a public company, and the im...
Sep 08, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 142
Giftology isn’t just about giving gifts. It’s about understanding that at the heart of every great business relationship lies the human connection, which is nurtured by acts of radical generosity. John Ruhlin, the visionary behind Giftology and founder of Giftology Group, was a leading authority on the power of using gifts as a business tool. His vision transformed the way companies think about and approach strategic gifting. Through his work, John helped countless businesses, from small startup...
Sep 01, 2024•51 min•Ep. 141
Imagine making a profit while also making a difference. Many people believe that’s not possible, that these two things are mutually exclusive. But this mindset is holding back progress! Today, Brad Weimert sits down with JP Newman, the founder, CEO, and managing principal of Thrive FP. Thrive FP is a real estate company specializing in the syndication and management of multifamily apartment units. Thrive FP integrates the principles of conscious capitalism into its business model, ensuring that ...
Aug 25, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 140
Did you know that people with ADHD make for great entrepreneurs? Today, Brad Weimert sits down with Peter Shankman, a pioneering entrepreneur best known for founding HARO (Help a Reporter Out), to discuss how embracing neurodiversity in the workforce can unlock untapped potential in any business. Peter opens up about his experience living with ADHD, how it became his entrepreneurial superpower, and why he believes neurodiversity is crucial in today's workforce. Brad and Peter also share some act...
Aug 18, 2024•50 min•Ep. 139
Today, Brad Weimert sits down with Ben Greenfield, a renowned biohacker, competitive athlete, entrepreneur, speaker, and New York Times bestselling author of multiple books, including the popular title Boundless. Despite being named America's top personal trainer and a leading figure in health and fitness, Ben’s childhood was quite different. As a homeschooled student, he played the violin, mastering chess and reading books–far from the athletic activities one might expect. However, his story to...
Aug 11, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 138
Today, we’re joined by Mikey Taylor, a former top 10 professional skateboarder turned real estate powerhouse. Now the co-president of Commune Capital, Mikey and his firm manage over $200 million in real estate assets, including self-storage properties and apartment buildings, primarily in California. For many pro athletes, investing is a crucial way to secure their financial stability beyond their athletic careers. Although Mikey skated into his early 30s, he already had significant experience i...
Aug 04, 2024•48 min•Ep. 137
Today, we’re joined by the amazing Cris Cawley, a consulting extraordinaire turned book publishing expert. Cris is the CEO of Game Changer Publishing–a hybrid publishing company that offers a strategic approach to publishing a book for the primary purpose of growing your business. In this week’s episode, Cris reveals the transformative power of books to drive traffic to high-ticket offers and establish authority, just like Russell Brunson’s success. We also discuss the difference between traditi...
Jul 28, 2024•48 min•Ep. 136
Today, we’re once again joined by none other than the “Warren Buffett” of lifestyle investing and my long-time friend, Justin Donald. Justin, an 8-figure entrepreneur, has reached the peak of success while working only 5 hours a day, 3 days a week, all while maintaining a family-centered lifestyle. In this episode, he shares his inspiring journey–from being a top manager at Cutco to creating the successful Lifestyle Investor group. We’ll dive into the structure of his investment group and his in...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Today, we have my long-time friend Daven Michaels, a New York Times best-selling author, lifestyle entrepreneur, and founder of the outsourcing pioneer 123Employee. Before Daven was dubbed the Outsourcing King, he started a business at the age of 15 and later dropped out of college to design clothes for music groups in the 1980s. Inspired by his uncle, whom he considered one of the smartest men he ever knew, Daven built several businesses, including one that changed the way we do work and busine...
Jul 14, 2024•59 min•Ep. 134
Today, we're diving into some of the key lessons shared by individuals who are very near and dear to our podcast. Cody Sperber is one of the world's leading real estate investors and educators, a top-rated keynote speaker, and the founder of multiple 8-figure-a-year businesses. Wes Watson spent 10 years in a California prison, only to build a coaching business that generates tens of thousands every single day. They are known for their relentless grind, epic drive to compete, and unique approache...
Jul 07, 2024•48 min•Ep. 133
Today, I’m sitting down with Josh Bezoni, an entrepreneur, investor, and the founder of BioTRUST Nutrition, a premium food and supplement brand that has sold nearly $1 billion in products since its founding in 2012. As a first-time entrepreneur in his 20s, Josh made $48,000 on the day he launched his first supplement company. He grew the company to $30 million in revenue, only to have it come crashing down and leaving Josh in financial ruin at age 37. Not to be deterred, he soon launched BioTRUS...
Jun 30, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 132
Today, I’m joined by Joe Stolte, a serial entrepreneur, growth coach, and the CEO of Daily.ai, a company that helps brands publish AI-powered email newsletters that generate 40-60% open rates without writing a single piece of content. As a program manager at Microsoft in his 20s, Joe was making over $250,000. But as an entrepreneur at heart, he knew he couldn’t ignore the call to go out on his own. After his first attempt at raising outside capital left Joe $37,000 in debt, he learned from his e...
Jun 23, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 131
For the first time in Beyond A Million history, we’re flipping the script. Today’s guest is … me, Brad Weimert. Over the course of 125+ episodes of BAM, listeners often reach out to ask questions about my journey. So today, I recruited my friend Thomas K.R. Stovall, an entrepreneur and the founder of Mindset to Money, to pull my story out of me. After becoming the #1 sales representative at Cutco by age 20, I started Easy Pay Direct in 2009 as a way to help entrepreneurs and eCommerce businesses...
Jun 16, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 130
Today, I'm talking with Chris Do—an Emmy award-winning designer and the CEO and founder of The Futur, an online education platform dedicated to teaching 1 billion people how to make a living doing what they love. For many founders, content creation and brand building can quickly become confusing. Should all companies create content? What makes some content better than others? How do some companies build strong brand loyalty while others struggle? Chris has over 27 years of experience in brand de...
Jun 09, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 129
Today, I’m joined by Randall Grizzle and Deborah Burris, the owner and managing partner of Closer Secrets, a sales organization that teaches other businesses the process that has allowed their team to close more than 9-figures in business over the phone. At Closer Secrets , Randall and Deborah answer a simple question: Why do some sales teams produce, while others struggle? Closer Secrets helps businesses answer this question by teaching how to build a successful sales culture based on systems, ...
Jun 02, 2024•58 min•Ep. 128
Today, I’m talking with Brendan Kane, the Founder of Hook Point and the driving force behind some of the world’s biggest brands and celebrities, helping them master the art of going viral with his unique Predictive Viral Content Model. His clients have collectively achieved $1 billion in revenue, 60 billion views, and 100 million followers. Brendan is also the author of the best selling books One Million Followers: How I Built a Massive Social Audience in 30 Days and Hook Point: How to Stand out...
May 26, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 127
Today, I’m sitting down with Mike Agugliaro, an author, investor, and the founder of multiple 8-figure businesses, including both a $32 million/year home services business and a coaching company that sold more than $40 million in one year. A former electrician, Mike’s entrepreneurial journey started with a belief that he could do a better job than his current bosses. Tired of working long hours under questionable leadership, Mike took a leap of faith, spending $35,000 on a business course and go...
May 19, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 126
Today, I’m joined by Jason Hennessey, an entrepreneur, SEO expert, and the CEO of Hennessey Digital , an award-winning marketing agency that specializes in legal marketing. Following his service in the US Air Force, Jason dove into the world of SEO in 2001. After being bought out of his first agency by a partner, Jason started over again, launching Hennessey Digital in 2015. Since its launch, Hennessey Digital is now rapidly closing in on $20M in annual revenue under Jason’s leadership. In addit...
May 12, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 125
